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Playa Panama, Carrilo, Panama Beach, Cr, Panama, Costa Rica

“The fine Playa Panama beach with its beautiful scenery is lovely!”view full review

Vista Bahia Beach Resort, a 4-star hotel, offers spacious accommodations with ocean views, tranquil beach access, and a focus on harmony with nature. This Panama hotel features a snack bar, outdoor pools, and recreational trails.

Rooms & Amenities

Vista Bahia Beach Resort contains 32 air-conditioned accommodations featuring private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and Wi-Fi. Room types include Standard Suites designed for families, Junior Suites for couples, and Family Suites equipped for longer stays, each with balconies for viewing the Gulf of Papagayo.

Dining Options

Dining options at Vista Bahia Beach Resort include a restaurant serving international cuisine, particularly Peruvian and Mediterranean dishes. Nearby restaurants, within 10 minutes, offer a variety of gourmet and seafood selections with express service available.

Leisure Activities

Guests can enjoy two pools, including a children's pool, along with walking trails featuring views of the Gulf. The property also has access to La Playita beach, known for its calm waters that mimic a swimming pool, and offers snorkeling and diving opportunities nearby.

Services & Transportation

A 24-hour reception provides assistance with local tours and activities in the surrounding Papagayo region. The hotel is 25 minutes from Liberia International Airport, with free parking available on-site for guests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Junior Suite

Max:

4 persons

755 sq. feet

Shower

Balcony

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Family Suite

Max:

6 persons

1510 sq. feet

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Balcony

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Getting around

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City Centre

Panama 1.1 mi

Airports

Liberia (LIR) 12.2 mi

Tamarindo (TNO) 41.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Front desk
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

Services

Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Picnic area/ Tables

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Garden area
Barbeque grills

Room features

Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Playa Panama, Carrilo, Panama Beach, Cr, Panama, Costa Rica

Map view

Playa Panama, Carrilo, Panama Beach, Cr, Panama, Costa Rica

City landmarks

Landmark

Playa Buena

2900 ft

Landmark

Amnesia

2600 ft

Landmark

Iglesia de Panama

1.0 mi

Mall

Super Luperon Playa Hermosa

1.3 mi

Church

Iglesia San Antonio de Padua

1.1 mi

Beach

Hermosa Bay Beach

1.3 mi

Landmark

Rocio's Kitchen

1.4 mi

Beach

Playa Hermosa C.R

1.4 mi

Beach

Playa Panama

2.2 mi

Landmark

Bahia Hermosa

1.7 mi

Landmark

Poor Calzon Beach

2.1 mi

Landmark

Arenillas Beach

1.7 mi

Beach

Beach, Secrets Resort

1.7 mi

Beach

Playa Cacique

2.1 mi

Beach

Playa Penca

2.4 mi

Landmark

The Beach Chocolate Factory

2.2 mi

Beach

Playa Nacascolo

2.8 mi

Beach

Playa Virador

2.3 mi

Landmark

Punta Cacique

2.4 mi

Landmark

Culebra Bay

2.6 mi

Beach

Coco Beach

2.7 mi

Landmark

Papagayo Peninsula

2.9 mi

Mall

El Pueblito Sur

3.0 mi

Island

Pelonas Islands

3.1 mi

Gallery

Rojas Bros Boruca Indigenous Arts

3.4 mi

Church

Iglesia Catolica de Playas del Coco

3.4 mi

Landmark

Alessandra Cola Art

3.4 mi

Nearby

Bahía Culebra,

Playa Buena

1900 ft

Restaurants

Market Cafe

100 ft

3 Km North West from Panama Beach Main Entrance Playa Arenilla

Restaurante El Chunco

1100 ft

Beach Road Playa Panama

Reviews and Ratings <br />

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

Harvey

United States, March 2025

5.0/10

I enjoyed my stay for the most part. the location is simply fabulous, right by Playa Panama with its beautiful scenery. However, the resort is showing its age and has some maintenance issues that need addressing. My suite was spacious and generally comfortable, but I did notice some inconsistencies in available amenities. For the price, I felt I got a decent experience, but there's definitely room for improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The apartment hotel suites are large and comfortable, but amenities varied by suite. Mine had a great view and a lovely balcony.

Service

5.0

Service was hit or miss. the staff at the bar were friendly, but sometimes hard to find. I also had to seek out information about Wi-Fi.

Location

8.0

The resort is in a prime location. right next to a stunning beach and surrounded by a peaceful, dry forest environment.

Dining

5.0

While some of my friends enjoyed the food, I tried the nachos and decided to skip further attempts at dining here.

Facilities

5.0

The pool was a letdown. it was dirty and had significant issues during my stay. However, I appreciated options for dry cleaning and tour assistance.

Richard

United States, February 2025

7.4/10

I stayed at Vista Bahia Beach Resort and enjoyed its fabulous beach location. The resort, however, shows signs of wear, and while my suite was spacious and comfortable, the amenities were inconsistent. Service was hit or miss, and the pool had issues during my visit. Overall, I had a good time but had to adjust my expectations.

Rooms

6.0

The apartment hotel suites were large and comfortable, offering kitchen facilities and a balcony with a great view of the Golfo. However, the availability of items like deck chairs and proper towels varied by suite, which was a bit frustrating.

Service

5.0

The service was inconsistent; I found myself needing to ask neighbors for wifi information since no details were provided in my room. The staff at the bar/kitchen were accommodating when present, but often they were hard to find.

Location

7.0

The resort is ideally located next to a beautiful beach with brown, very wet sand, surrounded by dry forest. I enjoyed the proximity to a public beach and appreciated the peaceful environment and wildlife on the hotel.

Dining

5.0

While some friends enjoyed the food, my experience with the nachos wasn't great, so I chose not to explore the dining options further. It seemed basic, and I had hot dogs instead.

Facilities

5.0

The resort offers basic amenities like dry cleaning and tours/ticket assistance. However, the pool was unclean and closed for part of my stay, which was disappointing.

Derrick

United States, December 2024

6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at Vista Bahia Beach Resort. The location is absolutely stunning, with Playa Panama nearby and a beautiful view from my suite. However, the hotel itself is showing signs of aging, and there were issues with the pool and inconsistent amenities in the suite. The service could use improvement, as I often had to seek out information rather than finding it readily available.

Rooms

6.0

The suite was large and comfortable, with a nice balcony facing the ocean. However, the amenities varied, and not every suite was equipped with proper kitchen facilities or towels.

Service

5.0

The service was a bit inconsistent. While the bar staff was friendly, they weren't always accessible. Getting essential information was a hassle as there were no details left in the room.

Location

8.0

The resort is perfectly situated on Playa Panama, a lovely beach with soft sand. The view from my suite was amazing, and it was nice to have wildlife like howler monkeys nearby.

Dining

6.0

While some friends enjoyed the food, I wasn't impressed after trying the nachos. The breakfast included buttery croissants, which was a pleasant surprise.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities need some attention. The pool was dirty and had been closed for maintenance, and there were no clear options for dry cleaning or local tours.

Tom

United States, November 2024

5.8/10

My stay at Vista Bahia Beach Resort was a mix of highs and lows. The location is fabulous, right on Playa Panama, which has a beautiful beach. However, it's clear that the resort has seen better days, with some facilities falling apart or in disrepair. The large suites were comfortable, though availability of kitchen equipment and towels was inconsistent.

Rooms

6.0

The apartment hotel suites are quite large and generally comfortable, offering excellent views. though not every suite came equipped with deck chairs or complete kitchen facilities.

Service

5.0

Service was hit or miss. Information regarding amenities like wifi was lacking, leaving me to ask neighbors. While the staff at the bar/kitchen were accommodating, their presence was sometimes sporadic.

Location

8.0

The resort is in an very nice location. being right on a very nice beach and nestled in the dry forest. I enjoyed the wildlife, especially the howler monkeys that passed through regularly.

Dining

5.0

I was a bit disappointed by the dining options. I tried the nachos and wasn't impressed, although my friends mentioned enjoying their meals, particularly the homemade yogurt.

Facilities

5.0

The pool had issues during my visit. it was dirty and closed for a day, and I found out it had been drained and refilled. However, they do offer dry cleaning and assistance with tours.

William

United States, October 2024

7.4/10

I had a decent stay at Vista Bahia Beach Resort, but it didn't quite meet my expectations. The location was fabulous, right on Playa Panama, and my suite was large and comfortable. However, I noticed the resort is showing its age, with inconsistent amenities in the suites and a cloudy pool that closed during my visit. Overall, if you go in with low expectations and appreciate the stunning view and wildlife, you might enjoy your time here.

Rooms

6.0

My suite was spacious and clean, but not all the amenities were available, like proper towels and kitchen gear.

Service

5.0

The staff was friendly when I could find them, but there was a lack of information in the room about wifi and services.

Location

8.0

The resort is in a stunning location right on a nice beach, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery.

Dining

5.0

I tried the nachos and wasn't impressed, but my friends liked their meals.